Rahul Roy's wife was a hit model of her time, a 14-year-long love story that ended in separation, her name is...
Within moments, they knew something was different. Two years later, in 2000, the actor and the model tied the knot. Their early days together seemed perfect; Rahul's simple, romantic charm and Rajlaxmi's independent, self-assured personality felt like the perfect balance.
When did the challenges appear?
Every love story has its challenges, but theirs came in the form of geography. Rajlaxmi's career and business interests pulled her to Australia, while Rahul's work kept him rooted in India. What began as an occasional separation turned into a full-fledged long-distance marriage.
Rahul has admitted in interviews, 'We loved each other deeply, but distance and busy lives weakened our bond.'
Over time, the emotional strain grew heavier than the miles between them. In 2014, after nearly 14 years together, they chose to part ways, not with bitterness, but with mutual respect.
What happened after the split?
Post-divorce, Rahul spoke only warmly about Rajlaxmi, calling her an 'important part of my life'. Fans were heartbroken that the once picture-perfect couple had separated, yet they admired Rahul's dignified silence and refusal to indulge in blame games.
Though rumours occasionally swirl about Rahul remarrying, nothing has ever been confirmed. For now, he remains single, focusing on his career and personal growth.
Why does their story still resonate?
It's because theirs wasn't a scandal-ridden split, but a love story that simply couldn't outlast circumstance. Theirs is the kind of ending that feels both sad and gentle, no loud fights, no ugly headlines, just two people choosing different paths while holding on to respect for each other.
It's also a reminder that love, no matter how beautiful, sometimes needs more than just feelings to survive. Time, distance, and life's unpredictability can change the script, even for couples who once seemed unshakable.
Rahul Roy and Rajlaxmi Khanvilkar's chapter together may have closed, but it left behind a rare example of dignity in separation. In a world that thrives on messy endings, their story stood apart, a quiet, graceful goodbye to a romance that once felt like it would last forever.
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